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FY03 BZE

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,135 mi
Last recorded145,135 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 BZE
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 145,135 miles

Under body slightly corroded

Pass 12 Dec 2013 141,509 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

all steel brake pipes corroded

front brake pads look low

o/s/f tyre worn on the inner edge slightly 165/70r14

oil leak (sump badly corroded)

wipers worn

Fail 10 Dec 2013 141,502 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

all steel brake pipes corroded

front brake pads look low

o/s/f tyre worn on the inner edge slightly 165/70r14

oil leak (sump badly corroded)

wipers worn

Pass 5 Nov 2012 136,413 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brakes slightly binding

Fail 31 Oct 2012 136,412 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 16 Mar 2011 126,732 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 110,934 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 94,848 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 94,848 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 73,208 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 53,401 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 38,004 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Ignis?

Based on 536,876 MOT tests across 40,815 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
4,630
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
40,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 14,088
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,981
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,823
Exhaust system not adequately supported 7,455
brake binding 7,389
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FY03 BZE is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Ignis models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 58,368 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Ignis fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 14,088 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY03 BZE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Ignis typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Ignis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FY03 BZE registered?

FY03 BZE is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is FY03 BZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 BZE shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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